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Deep Dive: Overtime (1984)

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Overtime
Overtime profiles the Toronto Lakeshore Oldtimers Hockey Club, a group of middle-aged men who continue to play hockey with enthusiasm. The film captures their passion for the game, emphasizing that they find playing hockey more enjoyable now than in their youth. Despite facing physical challenges such as aches, injuries, and demanding schedules, they embrace the camaraderie and joy found in the locker room. The documentary presents a candid look at how these men temporarily escape their daily responsibilities when they hit the ice. Their refusal to accept the conventional notion of aging is a central theme, as they believe that maintaining their active lifestyle helps them feel youthful and connected to their past.

Why Watch

  • •Meet the Toronto Lakeshore Oldtimers Hockey Club.
  • •Find out how hockey brings joy to middle-aged players.
  • •See the camaraderie in the locker room.

Did You Know

•The documentary was released in 1984.
•The film has a runtime of 55 minutes.
•The players claim that hockey is more fun now than 25 years ago.

Perfect For

Hockey enthusiastsSports nostalgiaMiddle-aged athletes